Lean Six Sigma for Government

ID : 33362

Description: This Lean Six Sigma for Government course, offered by our accredited school partners, outlines Lean Six Sigma principles that can be applied in the public sector to achieve a leaner more efficient organization. Topics covered include improving outcomes, lowering cost, streamlining operations, managing assets, and decreasing risks and losses. Students will learn techniques for maintaining an agile and innovative organization built for high performance despite lower budgets and varying market conditions. Enroll through one of our accredited university or college partners today!

Instructor Description: This class is an independent-study course. Students will have all the resources needed to successfully complete the course within the online material. A student helpdesk is available for technical support during the course enrollment.

RequirementsInternet Access

Broadband or high-speed internet access is required. Broadband includes DSL, cable, and wireless connections.Dial-Up internet connections will result in a diminished online experience. Moodle pages may load slowly and viewing large audio and video files may not be possible.Hardware

Windows hardware configurations and processors are acceptableMac computers MUST have Microsoft Window Operating Systems over Bootcamp (Bootcamp is a free download from Apple''s website)1 GB RAM minimum recommendedOperating SystemsWindows XP, Vista or 7 and Mac OS X 10 or higher with WindowsWeb BrowsersGoogle Chrome is highly recommendedInternet Explorer is not recommended as it may not display certain menus and linksCookies MUST be enabledPop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)Kindle Reader App is needed for many courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded onto your computer.)Adobe PDF ReaderMedia Plug-ins (These may be required depending on your course media.)Adobe Flash Player (Required for many courses.)Adobe Acrobat Reader, Apple Quicktime, Windows Media Player, &/or Real PlayerPowerPoint Viewer (Use this if you don''t have PowerPoint)

In module one, we will look at maximizing outcomes for the cost. Investment decisions are often complicated because of regulatory requirements, and pressure comes from different directions, making it hard to create favorable outcomes. Prior to making these improvements and decisions, you must first make a clear distinction between your customers and stakeholders. Module one will guide students to mapping out the value chain within your organization.

Agility is most often used to describe the ability to change direction quickly or stretch beyond usual limitations. In module two we will examine the steps your organization can take to develop greater agility. Good leaders learn to know what is coming before it happens and in module two we will explore indicators that will guide you to understanding innovation and managing the unexpected.

Short and Long Term Agility
Agility and Mission Resilience
Leading Indicators
Understanding Innovation
Managing and Disruptive Innovation
Lean Six Sigma for Government Module 3
Culture and Workforce

In module three, we will examine how leadership relates to creating a Performance anatomy. Additionally, we will look at how to develop a highly engaged, skilled, and productive workforce. Doing this will contribute to the long-term success of the organization. Also included in module three is a discussion on creating new structure, practices, and policies inside your organization.

Lessons from Public Sector Leaders
Making Sure Your Leaders Lead
Components of Capability
Too Little Information
Keep Your Goal in Sight
Lean Six Sigma for Government Module 4
Performance-Oriented Deployment

Effective strategic planning is a lot more difficult than is generally acknowledged. Module four will guide you to creating a plan that describes goals and objectives so that you can share this goal with your organization, ensuring that progress will be made. There are new pathways that can be adapted to generate the kinds of results your organization needs. Module four will examine how to have speed and meaningful results in your business.

Approach Matters as Output
Making Process Where it Matters
Scenario Analysis
Issue-Based Deployment
Speed with Results